Park Grounds & Facilities Aide (Part-Time)

Metro Parks; North Ridgeville, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 1,474,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Job summary

Lorain County Metro Parks is seeking a maintenance worker to perform a variety of labor tasks maintaining park resources and facilities, and set up facilities for public events.

The role involves routine maintenance and landscaping, light lifting, operating basic equipment, and ensuring safety. A valid Ohio driver's license and ability to work weather conditions are required; background check will be completed; tobacco-use policy applies. This is a part-time position up to 28 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Background check required for new employees.
• Tobacco-use policy prohibits hiring tobacco users.

Responsibilities

• Cleans buildings, structures, and park facilities.
• Performs routine landscaping tasks (mowing, pruning, weeding, mulching, watering, fertilizing, seeding).
• Litter and trash pickup; maintains facilities and storage areas.
• Sets up facilities for public events (chairs, tables, A/V equipment).
• Operates vehicles and equipment (pickup trucks, tractors, mowers, Gators).
• Repairs equipment as needed; installs and maintains fencing.
• Light lifting up to 50 pounds; staining and painting as required.
• Communicates with staff and park visitors in writing and verbally.

Skills

Light lifting

Outdoor work

Communication skills

Job description

Lorain County Metro Parks is seeking a maintenance worker to perform a variety of labor tasks maintaining park resources and facilities, and set up facilities for public events.

The role involves routine maintenance and landscaping, light lifting, operating basic equipment, and ensuring safety. A valid Ohio driver's license and ability to work weather conditions are required; background check will be completed; tobacco-use policy applies. This is a part-time position up to 28 hours per week.